SANTA BARBARA TRAVEL GUIDE: 10 Things to Know Before You Go

Everything you need to know to travel to Santa Barbara California. Santa Barbara, nicknamed the “American Riveria” is known for its Mediterranean climate, stunning beaches, and charming Spanish colonial architecture in a compact and walkable downtown. Santa Barbara exudes a feeling of peace and calm with a small town feel. Santa Barbara is popular as an overnight spot for people doing the coastal road trip between San Francisco and Los Angeles.

Table of contents:
00:00 Santa Barbara Travel Guide
00:41 2. Orientation to Santa Barbara
02:12 3. Getting In to Santa Barbara
03:15 4. Getting Around Santa Barbara
04:16 5. Weather in Santa Barbara
04:54 6. Hotels in Santa Barbara
05:49 7. Food - Broad Street Oyster Company
09:11 7. Food - Santa Barbara Harbor
10:27 7. Food - Santa Barbara Fish Market
11:18 7. Food - Santa Barbara Shellfish Company
12:20 7. Food - The Palace Grill
14:41 7. Food - McConnell’s Fine Ice Creams
15:17 7. Food - Wine
15:38 7. Food - Lokum
15:55 8. Shopping in Santa Barbara
19:27 9. Beaches
20:13 10. Things to Do - Stearns Wharf
20:58 10. Things to Do - Santa Barbara County Courthouse
23:03 10. Things to Do - Old Mission Santa Barbara
23:48 10. Things to Do - MOXI Museum

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[carncats]

I'm an Australian who was there in 2017, driving from San Fran to LA. Stayed at the Beachside Inn. Beautiful, little town. Seemed very liveable.

[brianantoniohuman]

The bite sound effect when you're eating seafood was awesome. 😊

[danielleporter]

The thumbnail is absolutely adorable. The Traveling Princess' pink dress is so pretty She certainly dressed for the occasion 😊. All of the food looked delicious, especially the Cajun food.

[amyyates]

As usual, a fantastic video highlighting the best of Santa Barbara! I’ve been trying to convince my twins to apply to college there. Back in the day (when Common Sense was still rocking Isla Vista) it wasn’t too tough but now, oof! 😊

[somemale]

Thanks for this vid Chris. Went to SB a few years back and will go back again later this summer as my mom wants to eat the uni scallops again.

[AmiraCelonOracle]

Great video Chris I lived in Santa Barbara for a while and there is a great municipal pool right near the beach for those who like swimming laps called Los Baños.

[ngwy]

Thank you so much for the recommendation. I'll be visiting LA next month and will definitely stop by Santa Barbara for that Sea Urchin and Oysters

[scottman]

Santa Barbara looks really nice! I like those views from the top of the tower at the courthouse. I never knew sea urchin would look so tasty. I will need to try one someday!

[bobmiller]

That was a good video, I used to live there in 71 and 72, I always liked it there I’ll have to go back and visit soon, thanks Chris.

[eusa]

Made the trip on the Amtrak Pacific Surfliner from Anaheim. Paid the higher fare for better seats. Was well worth it and loved SB!😊

[dannyarroyo]

Love your videos. Born and raised in Santa Barbara. Love my hometown!!! I think most locals will agree that Santa Barbara is part of the Central Coast and not Southern California

[Squintillions]

Humor on point. Glad you took your daughter to the Moxi museum, it is really cool for young kids. The Natural History museum is also nice for kids, with a small planetarium. Rory’s ice cream is another good ice cream place, in the Santa Barbara Market building.

[delontereid]

It's always nice to see these vlogs with you and the smiling baby girl 😁👶🏻. Santa Barbara looks like a nice week trip in the making. Thanks

[melissagutierrez]

I would also recommend Santa Barbara Zoo, great day to spend with family and friends. Your children will really enjoy 😊

[BenjaminGraulus]

oh men i realy like your "investgations". i learnd to know you because i travelled a lot to LV, but hey i spreading my wings and want to see more and than again i found you on Youtube! you are good!

[fivebagspacked]

Nice! Santa Barbara with kids is awesome. We enjoyed Stearns Wharf, The Mission, and Kid's World playground!

[dommytsunami]

Dang what a beautiful place! Another fun informative video! Thank you for sharing bro! YP4L!

[thepeterchannel]

Your little girl stole the show. Very cute. Good video. . Informative . Thanks

[mcxdmpk]

I was in Santa Barbara in 2018 and it was a beautiful city

[jm]

Really surprised you didn't mention the zoo. One of the best ways to spend half a day in Santa Barbara is in the zoo.